21. Urumi: The Warriors Who Wanted to Kill Vasco Da Gama 2011
IMDb Rating: 7
Director ; Santosh Sivan
Genre: Action, drama
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Genelia D’Souza, Prabhu Deva
Plot: This movie is based on the story where a warrior in 16th century in Kerala avenge his father’s death in confrontation with Vasco da Gama and his troops.
22. Achanurangatha Veedu 2006
IMDb Rating: 7
Director: Lal Jose
Genre: Drama
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Salim Kumar, Muktha, Samvrutha Sunil
Plot: “Achanurangatha Veedu” tells the story of Prabhakaran, played by Salim Kumar, who is a student. He falls in love with a Christian student named Lillikutty, portrayed by Usha. Despite objections from their families, they decide to get married. After they have their third daughter, Lillikutty sadly dies. Prabhakaran is left to raise the children on his own. He hopes that his youngest daughter will become a doctor, but she becomes involved in a sex racket.
23. 7th Day 2014
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Director: Syamdhar
Genre: Mystery, thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Vinay Forrt, Janani Iyer
Plot: The story is about two friends who share an unexpected event that changed their lives with David, an IPS official. David tries to help them, but he is not who he seems. This movie was a commercial success.
24. 9 (2019)
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Director : Jenuse Mohamed.
Genre: Fantasy, horror, Sci-Fi
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Wamiqa Gabbi, Mamta Mohandas
Plot: The plot revolves around a scientist set out to the Himalayas for astronomical research with his son and colleagues. Things turn when he meets a young woman and brings her home.
25. Kuruthi 2021
IMDb Rating: 7.7
Director : Manu Warrier
Genre: Thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Naslen, Roshan Mathew, Srindaa
Plot: It is a story of enduring human relationships transcending borders and enduring the trials of prejudice and hatred. This film portrays how radicalised people are willing to kill anyone in order to fulfil their spiritual needs, which they describe as devotion to God.
26. Anarkali 2015
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Director: Sachy
Genre: Drama, Musical, Romance
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Biju Menon, Kabir Bedi, Priyal Gor
Plot: The story is about Shanthanu, a former naval officer, and Nadira, a young girl. They decide to wait for Nadira’s father to approve their relationship. When Shanthanu loses contact with Nadira, he sets out to find her.
27. Raavanan 2010
IMDb Rating: 6.9
Director: Mani Ratnam.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Priyamani
Plot: Veera is a jungle bandit who kidnaps Ragini, the wife of Dev, planning to kill her. He takes her to a remote clifftop. There, Ragini states she would rather die than be with him. Surprised by her courage, Veera decides to spare her life. As a result, Ragini starts to fall in love with Veera, while he feels unsure about his feelings for her.
28. Akashathinte Niram 2012
IMDb Rating: 6.8
Director: Dr. Biju
Genre: Drama
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Govardhan B.K, Master Govardhan, Amala Paul, Indrajith Sukumaran
Plot: A 60-year-old man lives on a quiet island and visits the nearby harbor once a month to sell his handicrafts. One day, a young burglar tries to rob him by getting on his boat. Instead of getting angry, the old man takes him to the island, leaving him stranded. On the island, the burglar meets a 7-year-old boy, a 20-year-old woman who cannot hear or speak, and a middle-aged man who has a stutter. Through these meetings, the burglar changes deeply. He learns to appreciate the simple things in life and how everyone is connected.
29. Sapthamashree Thaskaraha 2014
IMDb Rating: 6.8
Director: Anil Radhakrishnan Menon
Genre: Comedy, Thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Asif Ali, Chemban Vinod Jose, Nedumudi Venu
Plot: The film tells the story of Prithviraj, who leads seven thieves. Reports say the movie is inspired by the Hollywood hit Ocean’s Eleven. The director explains that this satire aims to address social issues that we often overlook or ignore.
30. Bhramam 2021
IMDb Rating: 7.2
Director: Ravi K. Chandran
Genre: Thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Mamta Mohandas, Unni Mukundan, Raashi Khanna
Plot : Ray Mathews is a blind pianist who pretends to be blind to get more performance opportunities. His life changes dramatically when he accidentally witnesses the murder of a former film star, Uday Kumar, by his wife, Simi, and her lover, Dinesh. As Ray deals with the dangerous aftermath, he faces challenges that make it hard to tell what is real and what is not.
31.Tiyaan 2017
IMDb Rating: 6.6
Director : Jiyen Krishnakumar
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Suraj Venjaramoodu
Plot: The story follows Pattabhiramagiri, a Vedic scholar. He is forced to leave his family home by a godman and his followers. When he resists, he faces an evil curse. Fakir Aslan helps him fight against these dark forces. This movie, starring Prithviraj, Indrajith, and Murali Gopi, has an intense script and great dialogue, making it a highly anticipated release.
32. Ezra 2017
IMDb Rating: 6.7
Director : Jay K.
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Vijayaraghavan, Priya Anand, Tovino Thomas, Sujith Sankar
Plot: Ranjan Mathew (Prithviraj) is a nuclear waste management specialist. He and his wife Priya (Priya Anand) move from Mumbai to Kochi. After they settle into their new home, Priya buys an antique box from a local shop. She does not know that the box contains a malevolent spirit, a dybbuk named Abraham Ezra. As strange and frightening events occur, Ranjan asks Rabbi Marques (Sujith Shankar) and ACP Shafeer Ahammed (Tovino Thomas) for help. They work together to uncover the dark history of the box and its curse.
33. Jana Gana Mana 2022
IMDb Rating: 8.3
Director: Dijo Jose Antony
Genre: Crime,Drama, Thriller
Star Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Mamta Mohandas
Plot: The narrative unfolds with the brutal murder of Professor Saba Mariyam (Mamta Mohandas), a socially conscious college lecturer. Her death ignites widespread student protests, leading to a nationwide outcry. ACP Sajjan Kumar (Suraj Venjaramoodu) is assigned to investigate the case, but political interference and systemic corruption hinder his efforts. In a desperate move, he takes matters into his own hands, resulting in the extrajudicial killing of the accused.
34. Gold 2022
IMDb Rating: 8.2
Director: Alphonse Puthren
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Thriller
Star Cast: Nayanthara, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Soubin Shahir
Plot: “Gold” (2022) is a Malayalam comedy-drama directed by Alphonse Puthren. The story follows Joshi, a mobile shop owner, whose life changes when a pickup truck is left in front of his house. When Joshi checks the truck, he finds it filled with gold bars hidden inside speakers. As he decides what to do, a series of chaotic events unfold. Quirky neighbors, curious police officers, and dangerous criminals get involved in the search for the hidden treasure. The film mixes humor, suspense, and social commentary, and tells its story in a unique, nonlinear way.
35. Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life (2024)
IMDb Rating: 7.1
Director : Blessy
Genre: Adventure and Drama
Plot: The story follows Najeeb, who travels from Kerala to Saudi Arabia seeking employment but is coerced into forced labor as a goat herder in a remote desert. Struggling with isolation, physical abuse, and despair, Najeeb forms an unexpected bond with his herd, finding solace and a will to survive in the harsh environment. The narrative explores themes of human endurance, exploitation, and the quest for freedom.
36. Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (2024)
IMDb Rating: 6.6
Director: Vipin Das
Genre: Comedy
Plot: The movie is about Vinu, a young guy working in Dubai, who is all set to marry Anjali. But there’s a twist—both Vinu and Anandan, Anjali’s brother, had past relationships with the same woman named Parvathy. This leads to lots of funny misunderstandings and awkward situations as they try to keep things smooth before the wedding at Guruvayur Temple. Along the way, Vinu and Anandan face their past, clear up confusion, and eventually come to terms with their feelings, making the whole journey chaotic but heartwarming.
37. Anweshippin Kandethum (2024)
IMDb Rating: 7.4
Director : Darwin Kuriakose
Genre: Thriller and Drama
Plot: The movie follows SI Anand Narayanan Pillai, a determined police officer investigating two complex murder cases. The first case involves a young woman’s mysterious disappearance and murder linked to a local church, which causes tensions and obstacles for Anand. Despite being sidelined, he keeps digging to uncover the truth. Later, he takes on a cold case in a remote village where he faces suspicion from the locals but strives to bring justice to the victim. The film highlights Anand’s persistence and the challenges of solving crimes in a tight-knit community. .
38. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (2024)
IMDb Rating: 4.1
Director : Ali Abbas Zafar
Genre: Action/Thriller
Plot: The film follows two elite soldiers, Captain Firoz “Freddy” (Akshay Kumar) and Captain Rakesh “Rocky” (Tiger Shroff), who are brought together to thwart a nefarious scientist, Dr. Kabir (Prithviraj Sukumaran), and his clone army. This action-packed narrative unfolds across various global locations, including Mumbai, Abu Dhabi, Jordan, and London. The film features extensive use of CGI and high-octane action sequences.
39. L2: Empuraan 2025
IMBD: 8.0
Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran
Genre: Action, crime and thriller
Cast: Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, Indrajith Sukumaran, Jerome Flymm, Sachin Khedekar, Fazli
Plot: L2 Empuraan is an action thriller about a young man who finds a secret that might change his life. As he explores this secret, he faces dangerous enemies and discovers a strong conspiracy involving powerful people. With his friends’ help, he must fight to protect his loved ones and seek justice. He learns about courage, trust, and real strength along the way. The movie mixes suspense, drama, and thrilling action scenes to keep you engaged. It is a story of bravery and determination against all odds.
40. Bro daddy 2022
IMBD: 6.8
Director: Prithviraj Sukumaran
Genre: Comedy, family drama, romance
Cast: Mohanla, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Meena, Alex
Plot: “Bro Daddy” is a family comedy about a famous father and his adult son who both become dads at the same time. They try to keep this news a secret from their wives and families to avoid drama. The movie shows their funny and chaotic efforts to take care of their babies while managing their own lives. As they navigate these challenges, they learn important lessons about responsibility, love, and family. It’s a heartwarming film filled with laughter, emotions, and special moments between father and son.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Which is the best Prithviraj Sukumaran movie?
A: It is difficult to choose one Prithviraj Sukumaran movie as the best as he has starred in many great films. However, some of his most popular and critically acclaimed movies include Ayyappanum Koshiyum, Ennu Ninte Moideen, Mumbai Police, Celluloid, and Indian Rupee.
Q: Which is the best Prithviraj Sukumaran movie for beginners?
A: If you are new to Prithviraj Sukumaran movies, I recommend starting with Ayyappanum Koshiyum or Ennu Ninte Moideen. These films are both well-made and entertaining, and they offer a good introduction to his acting skills.
Q: How many movies did Prithviraj play in?
Prithviraj made his acting debut in 2002 with the Malayalam film, Nandanam. It was released after his second work Nakshathrakkannulla Rajakumaran Avanundoru Rajakumari. Since then, he has acted in more than 100 films.
